Purpose: Write a literary essay that analyzes one character (Sarah, Adoniran, Desiree, or Armand) and connects the character to an identified theme. Use the story as the primary source and locate two or more secondary sources using the library databases.
Length: 3-31/2 pages, plus a works cited page
Introduction: 7-9 sentences, ending with a clear thesis
Body paragraphs: Must have a clear topic sentence, adequate discussion (your analysis), evidence from the story (min. of two quotes per body paragraph) and criticism information, if applicable.
Conclusion: 6-7 sentences
Remember to include in-text citations each time you borrow from a source and make sure these match the entries on the Works Cited page.
